Cognitive / IDD Assessment

This is a diagnostic assessment for Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD).

It is recommended if you or your child experience increased difficulties with general intellectual functioning, including but not limited to difficulty learning, understanding concepts, looking out for oneself, and self-care.

Intellectual and Developmental Disability Assessments

How do I prepare for my first session?

A Welcome Package is sent first, which includes an intake form, service agreement and relevant screeners.

Please complete these before your first session.

Please bring any relevant school reports, academic progress reports and intervention outcomes to the session for review.



Session 1: Interview

Intake Interview with Parent/Adult
Approx 1hr in clinic or via Telehealth

Session 2: Cognitive assessment

Cognitive testing with either WISC-V or WAIS-IV according to client age.
Approx 2hrs in clinic
Session 3: Feedback
Report and recommendations are provided
Approx 1 Hour in clinic or via Telehealth

Cost

This assessment is based on 9 hours of clinical time.

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking and full amount must be paid 48 hours prior to the first appointment. This assessment is not covered by Medicare or private health.

 

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